Senior Analyst - Investment Banking & Private Credit

SUMMARY:
An established investment banking and financial advisory firm is looking for a driven Senior Analyst to join its Private Credit Advisory team.

This is a unique opportunity to work on capital raising (private debt and equity), M&A, and strategic advisory transactions across Africa, with a particular focus on high-impact sectors like financial services, fintech, climate finance, digital lending, and embedded finance.
You’ll be involved in live deal execution, gain cross-border exposure, and work closely with a highly experienced team across dynamic, fast-paced transactions.

POSITION INFO:

What You’ll Do

• Support execution of transactions through financial analysis, research, and due diligence
• Build and maintain complex financial models and valuation tools
• Prepare pitch decks, information memoranda, and investor presentations
• Conduct market, company, and sector research to inform deal positioning
• Assist with due diligence, investor engagement, and transaction documentation
• Collaborate with teams across M&A, funds, and operations
• Track investor activity, regulatory changes, and market developments across Africa

What You Bring

• Degree in Finance, Economics, Investments, Accounting, or related field
• 2–4 years of full-time experience in:
  
  • Private credit funds
  • FIG investment banking
  • Credit ratings or equity research (financial services)
  • Audit (financial services team)
• Strong financial modelling and valuation skills
• Excellent communication and presentation capabilities
• Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills
• High attention to detail and ability to deliver under pressure
• A proactive, self-starting approach with the ability to manage independent workstreams
• Right to work in South Africa or Zimbabwe, with availability to work in Johannesburg or Harare

Bonus Points If You Have:

• CFA Level I or higher (or similar qualification)
• Familiarity with deal execution platforms, data rooms, or investor outreach tools
• Experience working on private equity transactions or capital raising processes

What’s on Offer

• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Significant deal and industry exposure across emerging markets
• Opportunity to work on high-impact, cross-border mandates
• Growth and mentorship in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial team environment